NPC is recruiting for a senior consultant to join our busy and dynamic research and consulting team. Our work is highly regarded in the sector, and we work with a range of clients including charities of all sizes, grant-making trusts, corporates, government and philanthropists.

With a reputation for leadership through ideas as well as expertise in working practically with charities and funders, we publish research reports, thought pieces and practical guidance, and have helped numerous organisations and sectors improve their effectiveness.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity if you have a passion for making the charity sector more effective. You will primarily deliver consulting projects for charities and funders, but also have plenty of chances to contribute to NPC’s wider thinking, profile and engagement in the sector.

The ideal candidates will have a graduate degree 2:1 (or equivalent) and will have gained relevant experience in a consulting or research role in professional services, public policy or the third sector. You will have good research and analysis skills and be able to work flexibly and independently.

At least four years’ relevant experience is required, as well as experience of managing research or consultancy projects. Data or digital expertise will be an advantage.

Based in London. £35,000–£40,000 per annum plus benefits.

How to apply

We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of the application process we ask that you complete an equal opportunities form. Information supplied will be treated in confidence. If you do not wish to complete the equal opportunities form, it will not influence your application in any way.

To apply, please send:

a cover letter providing your evidence of meeting the key skills and competencies noted above and in the job description

your CV

a completed equal opportunities form

before the deadline of 12 noon on Monday 1 October 2018. Please include the job reference in the subject of your email along with where you saw the job advertisement. Your cover letter will be used in the initial screening of your application. First round interviews are scheduled for week commencing 8 October 2018, second round interviews are scheduled for week commencing 15 October 2018.

Please note: We reserve the right to close these vacancies prior to the application deadline once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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